Ancestral Remembrance

This guided meditation is meant to gently remind you of the presence and fortitude of your ancestors. Great for those who already have an ancestral veneration practice and those who need a place to start. Our lineages are here to help us.

Transcript

No matter where we are, We all come from somewhere. We all have an innate connection to those in our bloodline who come before us. We are literally made of the flesh, Bone, And essence of the people who came together despite all odds to continue their lineage. Take a second to sit with how miraculous that is. We are here because of the choices of people we have never met in this lifetime. People who possess different skills, Gifts, And shortcomings. This all lives within us and affects us on a day-to-day basis whether we realize it or not. So why not tap into it intentionally? This meditation is meant to be a gentle push in your awareness to call in the support of your ancestors and the wisdom that they received for you to also benefit from. We may be aware of some of that wisdom due to having had earthly relationships with some of these ancestors or through stories from their descendants and friends. You may come from people who are very powerful storytellers, Gifted musicians, Community caregivers, Healers, Skilled creators, And more. All of their wisdom and blessings exist within you. It is your birthright to claim them and utilize them for the betterment of yourself and those around you. We also inherit their challenges and traumas often replaying them without our awareness. This too is a gift. We have an opportunity to heal things that have been stuck in our lineages for many years. We heal for ourselves, We heal for them, And we heal for those to come. Take a moment to get comfortable where you are, Whether you're sitting or lying down. Give your body permission to relax into this moment. We will begin with three deep breaths through the nose to the count of four. In, Two, Three, Four, And out, Two, Three, Four. In, Two, Three, Four, And out, Two. I will now begin reciting affirmations that you can just breathe and listen to on your own, Or you can repeat them aloud. Notice how these words feel in your body. Watch what thoughts they lead you to. I am surrounded by beings who support me in my journey. My ancestors watch over me with care and encouragement. I am a vital part of an ancient story. I embrace the gifts of those that came before me. Even if I cannot see them, My ancestors are actively participating in my life. I walk through life with powerful forces surrounding me. I trust in the guidance of my ancestors. There is wisdom and blessings available to me if I ask. My relationship with the unseen is growing and evolving. I am a conduit for the divinity of my lineage. I allow the magic of those in my bloodline to move through me with ease. I follow my intuition with confidence and precision. Take a moment to see how your body feels. Which affirmations sat with you? Which affirmations challenged you? And allow yourself to imagine what it would truly feel like to believe and trust in the unseen power of the ancestors in your lineage. Would it make you move through life with more confidence? With more safety? With more trust? Would you take more risks and share yourself knowing that you are on the right path? And that you have innate powers that come from those who created you? As you continue to make time and space for your ancestors, Expect your connection to grow. Whether this is the first time you've ever sat with them, Or if you've had experience with this, The more consistency and care and presence you bring to this relationship, The more it will reveal to you over time. As you start to wiggle your legs, Your fingers, Your arms, And come back to the room, Remember that you do not stand as just one person. You stand with many behind you.